NewStarts

Description of the role

Volunteer to help restore furniture donated to the scheme so that it can be recycled and given to people being rehoused in social or private rented housing.

We are looking for:

• Experience in woodworking

Practical Considerations

WITHIN REASON, TRAVELLING EXPENSES ARE PAID.

Any specific requirements

• Any requirements will be discussed with you and the organisation.

Where is the opportunity based?

The opportunity is across Bromsgrove.

When is the opportunity available?

Volunteering days available to be discussed between you and the organisation.

About the organisation

NewStarts is a community project that provides practical and advocacy support to recently homeless people and others in financial crisis or on very low incomes so that they can make a fresh start in a new home.

Our aims are:

• To relieve poverty and reduce debt.
• To reduce the risk of homelessness by providing practical help with resettlement and advice.
• To protect the environment by promoting re-use and reducing landfill disposal of unwanted household goods.

NewStarts provides practical help to people on very low incomes and those in financial crisis, so they can make a fresh start in a new home. We offer volunteering opportunities and employability support to the unemployed and deliver a variety of free training schemes to help people reconnect and find employment. We are passionate about people and what they can become.

Activities involve:

• Collecting 2nd hand furniture and donating it to people in financial crisis, as well as selling it at low cost.
• Recycling old laptops, data cleansing the hard drives before reinstalling them and selling them at low cost.
• Delivering free training on key issues such as basic IT skills and money management, as well as arts and crafts.
• Offering a broad range of voluntary opportunities including: warehousing, administration, cleaning, IT recycling, woodwork and furniture repair, driving.

From our base in Bromsgrove, NewStarts:

• Donates reusable furniture and other essential household goods free of charge to more than 50 individuals and families every month who are on very low incomes moving into social housing who cannot afford to furnish their property
• Works with 80+ different agencies who refer people in genuine need of household items, serving a wide radius around Bromsgrove including Redditch, Worcester, Kidderminster, south Birmingham and north Warwickshire
• Provides work experience and volunteering placements
• Offers support and advice on housing related issues and debt
• Runs a quality second-hand furniture showroom to generate income
• Manages a small computer recycling project for people with mental health issues
• Diverts more than 176 tonnes of unwanted household goods from landfill every year via a doorstep collection service

VSA is a well-respected local social care charity, helping support the people of Aberdeen for over 150 years.

Our mission is to provide the best of care to enable the best of lives; supporting individuals and communities to fulfill their potential.

VSA provides vital support and services to people of all ages. At VSA we support a person’s physical, mental, emotional and social well-being through a range of residential and outreach support Services.

Working in social care is a hugely rewarding career, and you can help change the lives of vulnerable children and adults. At VSA, we are looking for motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

VSA currently have an exciting opportunity available to join Forestgait Lodge as a Support Worker. Our Forestgait service is housing support for adults with learning difficulties in King’s Gate, Aberdeen. At Forestgait Lodge we provide agreed person-centred support to each tenant, and the service is staffed 24-hours a day. The main aim of the service is to support tenants to maintain their tenancies and be as independent as possible, which is enabled by agreed support planning.

We have a part-time (20 hours) position available, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits:

Hours: 20 hours

Rota: Monday's & Wednesday's 10am - 3pm; Tuesday's & Friday's 9am - 2pm

Salary/Rate: £12.81 per hour

We offer our Support Workers fantastic benefits including:

• Company pension
• Employee assistance programme
• Generous annual leave
• Refer a friend programme-Receive £200 when you introduce a family member or friend to VSA
• Investment in your personal development and career through our learning and development programmes
• Gain recognised SCQF Qualifications
• Access to our employee discount scheme

About the role:

As a Support Worker of this busy service you will be required to provide a quality service in order to meet the identified needs of service users, in line with specified VSA standards, policies, codes of practice and regulatory requirements, managing resources effectively within an agreed financial framework.

Responsibilities of our Support Worker will include: -

Guiding and actively supporting Tenants in Housing Support tasks while they re-learn or maintain skills necessary for remaining in their Tenancy.

Supporting service users as Tenants in their daily living through identified ‘Care at Home’ tasks. In particular support with cooking.

Taking the lead in planning, monitoring and reviewing service delivery plans to meet individual needs and preferences, within budgetary and funding constraints.

Overseeing and participating in the maintenance of accurate recording systems and reports (both manual and computerised) to meet agreed standards in line with administrative, regulatory and management purposes

Complying with and having a sound working knowledge of necessary legislative requirements as laid down through the care standards and recognising the impact of following these standards on the overall provision of service.

Developing one’s knowledge and practice continuously through participation in training and development activities.

Communicating effectively with individuals according to agreed standards and procedures, accessing and updating records in keeping with guidelines.

Helping to provide a safe and protective environment by complying with health, safety, and security procedures, including medication, and reporting accidents/incidents when appropriate.

Carrying out any other tasks from time to time, provided they are reasonable and within the post holders' capabilities.

Have awareness and work within internal control systems in your area to facilitate improvement in the quality of service provided.

What we are looking for in our Support Worker:

Ability to communicate well verbally with individuals

Experience of supporting people with autism/ Learning Disabilities would be advantageous but not essential

Ability to maintain accurate records

Good knowledge of, and able to cook and prepare homemade food (essential)

Basic I.T. skills

Record keeping

Problem solving

Using initiative

Organisational Skills

Good interpersonal skills

If our Support Worker role sounds like you, then cli...

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST TITLE: Sessional Youth Club Worker

POST REFERENCE: YMS/001

LOCATION: YMCA Swansea

RESPONSIBLE TO: Youth and Community Manager

PORTFOLIO: Youth and Community Department

HOURS: Zero Hours

SALARY: £15/£20ph

1.1 INTRODUCTION

YMCA Swansea was established in 1886, it is a charity & limited company and operates as a social
business. It is governed by a Board of Volunteer Trustees and employs a skilled and dedicated team to
deliver services and support in Swansea and in communities across Wales.

Vision: ‘An inclusive movement transforming communities, so that young people can belong, contribute
and thrive’.

Our core Business Services cover 5 Key Areas:

•  Health & Wellbeing
•  Training & Education
•  Support & Advice
•  Family Work
•  Accommodation

YMCA Swansea has an established track record of supporting vulnerable and at-risk young people often
with  Protected  Characteristics  who  may  not  easily  access  mainstream  provision.    We  support  young
people  through  a  range  of  youth  work  approaches,  with  the  main  ones  being  one-to-one  case
management,  group  work,  youth  clubs,  online,  trips  and  activities,  residentials  and  outreach
interventions.

YMCA Swansea’s Youth and Community Department are looking to create a pool of sessional staff that
would  be  available  to  work  a  variety  of  Youth  Clubs  and  Activities  during  term-time  and  holiday
programmes.

An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check for regulated activity (formerly a CRB)
will be required for this role.

1.2 Types of Provision that may you be required to work/cover

Y-Hub - is delivered across two key strands of youth work approaches: A Drop-in Youth Club,
which runs on a Friday evening during school terms and an Outreach/Street-Work provision that
is delivered different nights of the week to meet the needs of young people and the community.
Our foundation, our aim and our drive is to create communities where young people truly belong,
contribute and thrive. In just a few months of delivering this provision, we have witnessed what
an invaluable service, Y-Hub is in achieving this. Y-Hub is genuinely a life-changing and at times
a life-saving project. The Street-based aspect of the project involves responding to areas of risk,
where young people are vulnerable to exploitation and more. Outreach has filled a desperate
need  within  the  town  centre  of  Swansea,  where  Youth  Workers  have  provided  quality
preventative and intervention youth work support for young people. Our street-based provision
focuses on building effective relationships with young people based on trust and respect and
building up a rapport, where they may then want to access other centre-based provision.

GoodVibes - is an inclusive LGBTQ+ Youth group, that supports young people between the
ages  of  11-25.  It  runs  every  Tuesday  evening  where  it  provides  a  safe  space  that  reduces
feelings of loneliness and isolation. Young people can build peer friendships within a community
so that they belong, contribute, and thrive. It is a group where young people can be surrounded
by likeminded individuals in an environment that promotes respecting other people’s choices,
citizenship, and cultural identity. It provides young people with the confidence to explore their
own  identity  around  people  that  really  understand  and  care.  GoodVibes  operates  on  the
foundation of strong values of inclusivity and diversity. Young people can come to GoodVibes
without fear of judgment, harassment, bullying or discrimination and social pre-conceived norms.
They  can  be  100%  themselves  and  have  a  safe  space  to  explore  their  identity.  It  is  a  group
where  young  people  can  come  and  introduce  themselves,  their  names,  preferred  names,
pronouns, and favourite things. And what they receive from each other, and youth workers is
acceptance, without questions.

Young Carers - Runs every Wednesday evening during school terms. This is an opportunity for
Young Carers aged 8-18, to have a break from their caring role, meet other Young Carers and
participate in different activities to support their physical, social, and emotional wellbeing in a
safe and friendly environment. Young Carers club is about providing fun and interactive activities
for young people, that may not get many opportunities outside of this provision. to be around
their friends building peer networks and gaining new experiences. We provide free transport to
and from the sessions for Young Carers who may not be able to access the sessions due to
transport being a barrier.

2.0 JOB DESCRIPTION/DUTIES

To work under the direction of the CEO, Youth and Community Manager and the Youth Club Leader, to support the
delivery of YMCA Swansea’s Youth Clubs Provision. Supporting young people between 8-25 to develop their personal,
social, educational, and physical skills and help them reach their potential.

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Maths Teacher Trainee

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Train to become a Maths Teacher with Brentwood School

Full time 1 year from August 2026 to June 2027

Passionate about maths and eager to inspire the next generation? Join our unique teacher training programme. We are recruiting aspiring teachers to work towards their PGCE qualification and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Through our programme you will gain the skills, knowledge and practical training needed for a successful career in teaching.

Brentwood School is the lead school for the North East London & Essex Hub of the National Mathematics and Physics SCITT, the only national teacher training provider specialising in maths and physics in the UK offering a distinct blend of academic and hands-on training, this unique experience sets us apart from other routes into teaching.

We are looking for candidates who have the potential to be an outstanding teacher. You will need a good honours degree or a recognised equivalent qualification.

Subject to eligibility, successful applicants may be able to access a tax-free bursary of £29,000 for maths. In addition, tuition fee and maintenance loans are available to help fund teacher training.

Why train with us?

• Tailored training focused on maths
• A training programme that offers a combination of theory and hands-on classroom experience through school placements
• Opportunity to teach in an independent and a state school. Brentwood School works with a range of schools in the area and you will be placed in two of our partner schools
• You will be part of a cohort of trainees, providing you with friendship and support
• You will receive specialist training from leading experts in maths
• From your first enquiry through to your first teaching role, we provide personalised support every step of the way.

If you are a graduate with a good honours degree in maths, looking for a change in career, or are graduating this year, our programme could be the first step to kickstart your rewarding teaching career.

Attend our taster days!

Explore the hub, meet the team, learn about the programme, application process, entry requirements, funding options, and get your questions answered.

To book onto one of our taster days, visit:  www.nmapscitt.org.uk/teacher-training-events

Applications can be submitted here. 

More information can also be found on our website: www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/about/scitt-hub or at the National Mathematics and Physics website: www.nmapscitt.org.uk. If you have any questions, please contact Hub Lead, Reina Campbell (RSC@brentwood.essex.sch.uk).

Visitor Services Manager

Job Description

About the Trust 

We're one of the UK’s biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?  

Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.

Join Our Team: Visitor Services Manager Anderton Boat Lift and Visitor Centre

We’re excited to welcome a new Visitor Services Manager at our North West location

Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive. 

Working Hours & Location 

This role follows a 37 hours, over a 7 day working pattern. This is a site-based role, requiring occasional travel to meetings with partners, other attractions and to our main hubs for collaborative meetings and team activities.

Role Overview 

The purpose of the post is to manage and lead the day-to-day operations, business development and visitor experience at Anderton Boat Lift and Visitor Centre. The Visitor Services Manager (VSM) will lead the site team at Anderton (colleagues and volunteers) on a day to day basis to focus on the visitor offer, striving for excellence in experience, achieving financial sustainability around income generation and charitable giving and delivering a consistently high-class visitor welcome across the board. This includes managing a range of front of house functions including food and beverage, retail, events and commercial boat trips. The Visitor Services Manager plays a central role in overseeing, coordinating and championing the experience of every visitor from site presentation, to large/small scale events and programming, making the site a must-see attraction, acclaimed internationally, nationally and loved locally.

As a key member of the Destinations and Attractions Management Team the VSM will work strategically with colleagues in other attractions and with other teams within the Trust such as, Operations, Fundraising, Collections, Marketing and Volunteering teams amongst others to promote, drive and deliver excellence in customer service and a visitor centred approach. The VSM will work collaboratively with teams and volunteers to ensure focused visitor activity which will help build our audiences and increase visitor footfall whilst building engagement for the Trust brand.

A key accountability of the role is managing and reporting on financial performance, delivering on KPI’s and leading and motivating teams to deliver income targets whilst effectively managing costs.

The Visitor Services Manager will manage a range of stakeholder relationships including representing the Trust at local partnership groups, representing the site at relevant external meetings as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver on financial KPI’s working to control costs and maximise income (commercial and charitable giving) including managing diverse budgets relating to the Front of House operations
• Monitoring and delivering other appropriate KPIs set in the Business Plan, reporting back to the management team on progress and actions
• Overseeing the recruitment of permanent and seasonals and volunteers and ensuring they are trained to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.
• Owning the visitor experience and ensuring colleagues and volunteers work as a team to deliver an unforgettable, quality visit whether in the café/shop or at events
• Lead on volunteer growth, building the volunteering team to deliver key operational functions
• Maintain an overview of the presentation of the site at all time
• Leading on gathering visitor data and analysing customer feedback to ensure that necessary actions are taken to improve performance.
• Playing a key role in all projects that hav...

Legal Trainee / Rechtsreferendar*in in (0961)

• Salary:Paid by the Federal State. Rates of pay are set centrally.
• Location:Berlin
• Contract Type:Fixed Term
• Contract Duration:3-4 months
• Hours:Part Time
• Hours Details:Around 32 hours/week
• Closing Date:1 March 2026
• First Interview Dates:Starting from the 9th of March 2026

About the role

We are pleased to offer aspiring environmental lawyers and change-makers the opportunity to spend their legal traineeship at ClientEarth from May 2026 until December 2027. We are a legal and environmental charity that uses the power of the law to fight against climate change and to protect nature and the environment. Legal trainees could join any of these teams: 

• Emissions Reduction
• Fundamental Rights
• Environmental Democracy
• Marine Biodiversity
• Accountable Corporations
• The Sustainable Food System

Legal trainees will work with one of these teams. We ask you to indicate your preferences and specific knowledge when applying. 

Typical tasks on your traineeship

• Drafting legal opinions and memos
• Legal research on environmental law issues
• Background research on emerging policy issues
• Attending meetings with NGOs and other stakeholders
• Taking part in the process of litigation, meetings with external lawyers, etc.
• Drafting requests for information to government agencies

Role requirements

• *You must be currently taking part in a Legal Traineeship (Referendariat) in Germany*
• Knowledge of either Environmental Law / Public International Law / European Law / Administrative Law
• Fluency (at least CEFR level C1) in English

Further Information

• Duration of traineeship: At least three months. We can offer placements from May 2026 onwards.
• Time commitment:Around 32 hours/week, depending on the Federal States’ regulation. One day off per week to study.
• Rate of pay:ClientEarth does not offer any remuneration in addition to the state-paid allowance legal trainees receive.
• Timeline:We will advertise this position three times a year – inFebruary, June and October.We encourage you to apply at the beginning of your Traineeship, or at least nine months in advance, as places fill up quickly.

Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.

Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based  See our Benefits page for more.

ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds.

Please note that ClientEarth is only able to host those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in Germany.

ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

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LAB TECHNICIAN - PERSON SPECIFICATION

Pangbourne  College  is  committed  to  safeguarding  and  promoting  the  welfare  of
children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Job Title: LabTechnician
Department: Physics / Science

Qualifications

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Relevant degree or equivalent

A Level Physics

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Interview

Skills and Experience

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Excellent organisational, communication and
interpersonal skills

IT skills

Ability to help create a stimulating learning
environment and facilitate an enthusiasm for
learning, in order to make it possible for all
students to achieve their potential

Solution focused

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Interview

References

Assessment exercise

Personal Qualities

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Outgoing, positive attitude

Passion and enthusiasm for Physics

A sense of humour and integrity

Enthusiasm to collaborate with colleagues

Ambition to progress professionally within the
subject

Capability of maintaining high standards

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Special requirements

Essential

Desirable  Method of assessment

Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of
children

Compliance with Pangbourne College’s Child
Protection and Safeguarding Policy

Current driving licence. Own transport -
Pangbourne is in a rural location with limited
public transport links. Pangbourne Station is a 30
minute walk from the College.

Right to work in the UK

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Choir Accompanist

Canbury Singers

Canbury Singers (registered charity 1182027) is a community based choir in Kingston-Upon-Thames. Formed in 2007, as part of the Canbury Arts Trust, by a small group of locals who just wanted to sing, the choir has grown into a 40 strong group of enthusiastic and dedicated singers with a good reputation. Canbury Singers is an affiliated member of Making Music.

We are a friendly, fun loving choir without an audition process comprising a range of members from sight readers to those re-starting singing after some years. We meet on a Monday night (8:15pm-9.45pm) and look to perform two concerts a year together with a few charity and Christmas events including two socials. Members have an eclectic musical interest ranging from choral, religious and secular to jazz and stage musical genres, taking in African-American spirituals, European folk songs and sea shanties along the way. The choir is managed by an active committee who work closely with their Musical Director, Bethan Williams, on repertoire and performance planning.

Responsibilities of the Accompanist

The accompanist would work closely with the Musical Director, Bethan Williams, and assist Bethan in rehearsals by accompanying the choir and taking sectionals when required. They are expected to attend all rehearsals, and to coordinate deputies when necessary. The successful candidate may be invited to take part in Canbury Singers concerts as and when needed, with renumeration at the standard rate (please see below).

Person specification

The successful candidate will be an excellent musician who can demonstrate:
• Accompaniment from piano reduction and standard accompaniment parts proficiently in a sympathetic manner
• An excellent standard of sight-reading
• Support for the choir by score-reading vocal parts
• Harmonisation of warm-up exercises and vocal parts
• The ability to work as part of a team in a flexible manner
• The ability to take sectional rehearsals
• The ability to take rehearsals in the event of absence of the Musical Director
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with the choir and the committee

Pay

Remuneration is £70 for each ninety-minute rehearsal, at a rate of £46.67 per hour (subject to review in 2026)

Application

To express your interest and for further details please contact our choir secretary at sec@canburysingers.org. Applications, to be received by the 31st January, should be made by CV with a covering letter saying why you would like to work with Canbury Singers.

The committee will shortlist applicants shortly after the application deadline. Full details of requirements for audition will be communicated to successful candidates.

We are looking for the accompanist to start during February 2026

Apply Now

Dim/23086

£13.55 Per Hour

Stowmarket

England, East of England, Suffolk

Permanent, Part Time

Hours per week: 27.0

Closing Date: February 05, 2026

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, we put wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that values inclusion, respect, and support for both our colleagues and the people we support. When you join us, you become part of a team that prioritises your health, happiness, and work-life balance while making a real difference every day.

About the Role

• Female Waking Night Support Worker – Stowmarket, Suffolk (IP14)
• Part-Time - 27 Hours per Week
• Wake Nights: Sat–Wed: 22:00–07:00 / Thu & Fri: 22:00–09:15

(Days can be flexible, but hours cannot change due to routine)

We’re looking for an experienced Female Waking Night Support Worker to provide overnight support to a woman in her 20s who lives in a supported living flat with access to a shared garden. She has autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and experiences anxiety, so a calm and reassuring approach is essential.

She’s musical, creative, and full of personality. She loves going to clubs, playing guitar, making cards and models, and attending music events and parties. She enjoys pub lunches, walks, and spending time with her family. She’s sensitive and expressive, with a love of bright colours and all things artistic.

You’ll provide overnight support to help her feel safe and settled, offering reassurance and encouragement as needed. While she’s independent, she may need prompting with routines and emotional support. You’ll monitor wellbeing, respond to any needs during the night, and help maintain a peaceful environment.

About You

You’ll have previous experience supporting people with autism, epilepsy, and complex needs. You’ll be patient, adaptable, and confident in providing person-centred support during waking nights. Strong communication skills and the ability to create a calm environment are essential.

Rewards That Make a Difference

• Competitive Pay– Attractive hourly rates and permanent contracts.
• Generous Annual Leave– 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
• Pension Scheme– Employer and employee contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Health and Wellbeing Benefits– Access to Aviva Health, discounted health cash plans, and salary advance schemes.
• Shopping Discounts– Through Viv up and Blue Light Card for supermarkets, retail, and leisure.
• Career Development– Award-winning Aspire programme and Dimensions Academy for training and progression.
• Additional Perks– Bike-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, holiday buy/sell options, and refer-a-friend bonus (£500).
• Inclusive Culture– Disability Confident Leader status, reasonable adjustment support, and diversity initiatives.

Apply Now

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the position is filled.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce. As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments, we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videosfor all our recruitment communications.
• Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.

Dim/23086

£13.55 Per Hour

Stowmarket

England, East of England, Suffolk

Permanent, Part Time

Hours per week: 27.0

Closing Date: February 05, 2026

About Dimensions

At Dimensions, we put wellbeing at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that values inclusion, respect, and support for both our colleagues and the people we support. When you join us, you become part of a team that prioritises your health, happiness, and work-life balance while making a real difference every day.

About the Role

• Female Waking Night Support Worker – Stowmarket, Suffolk (IP14)
• Part-Time - 27 Hours per Week
• Wake Nights: Sat–Wed: 22:00–07:00 / Thu & Fri: 22:00–09:15

(Days can be flexible, but hours cannot change due to routine)

We’re looking for an experienced Female Waking Night Support Worker to provide overnight support to a woman in her 20s who lives in a supported living flat with access to a shared garden. She has autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and experiences anxiety, so a calm and reassuring approach is essential.

She’s musical, creative, and full of personality. She loves going to clubs, playing guitar, making cards and models, and attending music events and parties. She enjoys pub lunches, walks, and spending time with her family. She’s sensitive and expressive, with a love of bright colours and all things artistic.

You’ll provide overnight support to help her feel safe and settled, offering reassurance and encouragement as needed. While she’s independent, she may need prompting with routines and emotional support. You’ll monitor wellbeing, respond to any needs during the night, and help maintain a peaceful environment.

About You

You’ll have previous experience supporting people with autism, epilepsy, and complex needs. You’ll be patient, adaptable, and confident in providing person-centred support during waking nights. Strong communication skills and the ability to create a calm environment are essential.

Rewards That Make a Difference

• Competitive Pay– Attractive hourly rates and permanent contracts.
• Generous Annual Leave– 30 days (including bank holidays), rising to 35 days with service.
• Pension Scheme– Employer and employee contributions.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– 24/7 confidential wellbeing support for you and your family.
• Health and Wellbeing Benefits– Access to Aviva Health, discounted health cash plans, and salary advance schemes.
• Shopping Discounts– Through Viv up and Blue Light Card for supermarkets, retail, and leisure.
• Career Development– Award-winning Aspire programme and Dimensions Academy for training and progression.
• Additional Perks– Bike-to-work scheme, season ticket loans, holiday buy/sell options, and refer-a-friend bonus (£500).
• Inclusive Culture– Disability Confident Leader status, reasonable adjustment support, and diversity initiatives.

Apply Now

• Applications are reviewed upon receipt and interviews will take place until the position is filled.
• An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be incurred by Dimensions.
• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK and value diversity in our workforce. As Disability Confident Leaders, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
• As part of our commitment to making reasonable adjustments, we can offer support to complete your application. Please contact the Resourcing Consultant Team on 0300 303 9150.
• We now have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videosfor all our recruitment communications.
• Gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with paragraph 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. In this context, "gender" refers to the sex legally assigned to an individual.

EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT ADVISOR
JOB DESCRIPTION

Post: Employment Support Advisor
Salary:  £24,940 per annum
Reports to: Employment & Skills Team Leader
Location: Kirklees wide travel

Role Purpose:
To work as part of the outreach team, working directly with a caseload of clients to help them overcome barriers to
employment, providing holistic support to help them to make positive changes.  You will deliver support and
targeted interventions to a range of individuals, meeting their specific needs.  You will be responsible for
supporting and developing engagement activities to deliver 1-1 key worker support in community venues
throughout Kirklees, supporting our externally funded contracts.

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

▪  To deliver information, advice and guidance in relation to supporting clients to achieve outcomes in

employment, education, training and work experience.

▪  To support clients to access and engage in sessions and services to which meet their needs and support

their progression in achieving goals and aspirations.

▪  To carry out community engagement activities, delivering 1 to 1 keyworker support and group sessions

in community venues throughout Kirklees.

Core Responsibilities

▪  Manage and maintain a caseload of clients using a variety of appropriate strategies to help them overcome

barriers to gaining employment.

▪  Assess individual’s needs, identifying their barriers and support the creation of SMART action plans that

enable them to engage with solutions.

▪  Promoting the service in the local area.
▪  Meet and support participants into employment and training.  This activity will take place in a variety of

outreach locations.

▪  Carry out bespoke job search activities with and on behalf of participants, this includes producing CV,

application forms, interview techniques and career development.

▪  Support participants with the completion of application forms and development of interview skills.
▪  Signpost participants to a range of organisations to assist them to overcome their identified barriers.
▪  Work to targets and deadlines as set out by contract profiles.
▪  Create and maintain effective working relationships with partners to ensure that clear pathways of

progression into learning and employment can be achieved.

▪  Source job opportunities and work experience opportunities for clients through tailored job search and

regular contact with local employers to explore hidden opportunities.

▪  Once employment has been secured continue to provide a quality service through conducting regular

contact and in-work support to support clients to and help sustain employment.

▪  Adhere to administrative and data capture protocols, ensuring all case records and administrative systems
which record the progress of individuals are kept accurate for the purpose of case work, monitoring and
information retrieval.

▪  To work independently, and deliver consistently.
▪  To keep up to date with local, regional and national labour markets.
▪  To collect evidence that is required for contractual requirements to evidence outcomes agreed
▪  Ensure all relevant policies are implemented and adhered to.
▪  Have a flexible approach to work, which could include occasional evenings, and very occasional Saturdays,

as scheduled.

▪  To partake in continuous learning as and when needed to increase knowledge and further professional

development
Charity Number: 1093998

Company Number: 4253006

▪  Attend and contribute to all relevant meetings as directed by the Line Manager or Senior Management

team

▪  Operate all times within the stated policies and practices of the trust and actively promote them, ensuring

that equality, inclusion and diversity are embedded in all work with all clients and contacts.

▪  To actively promote the services of the Trust and pro-actively build positive working relationships with

external community organisations including attendance at events.
▪  To undertake any other duties as required within the scope of the post.

Additional Requirements

▪  To comply with all organisation policy and procedures.
▪  To be aware of, and assume the appropriate level of responsibility for Health and Safety and Fire

regulations.

▪  To be aware of, and assume the appropriate level of responsibility for Safeguarding the welfare of children,

young people and vulnerable adults and to follow the Trust’s safeguarding policy and procedures.

▪  To carry out duties at all times in compliance with the Trust’s Equal opportunities
▪  To agree that the Trust will apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service at the
point of commencing in the post and on a regular basis as determined by the Trust, provide evidence of
identification to support the application, declare any criminal convictions at the point of application and
declare any subsequent criminal conviction so that the Trust can consider if it adversely impacts upon the
post holder’s role.

▪  To un...

School Site Manager (Full-time, Permanent)

About our School

-educational independent preparatory school (Reception
to Y8). The majority of our 285 pupils are Day Pupils. We educate the Choristers of St
St Paul’s Cathedral School is a co
-designed
boarding house. Music permeates the whole life of the school and is central to our ethos.
Paul’s Cathedral who are boarders at the school, accommodated in a purpose

with  the  support  of  a  dedicated  and  collegiate  staff  team.  Our  philosophy  is  that  all
Every day at St Paul’s Cathedral School, ordinary children achieve extraordinary things,
achievement must be rooted in wellbeing.

that our parents feel that our location and exceptional ethos give pupils a strong sense of
The Good Schools Guide has described us as ‘pastorally superb’ and a ‘joyful place’, noting
being rooted in a community.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organised Site Manager, line managed by
Finance and Operations (DFO). The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe,
the school’s Director of
 and for
efficient  and effective management  of the  school site, buildings and grounds
overseeing the work of the cleaning team whom this post holder line manages.
–

The postholder will be responsible for ensuring
a  secure,  well-maintained  and  welcoming  environment  for  pupils,  staff,  parents  and
that St Paul’s Cathedral School provides
visitors, supporting the wider staff team in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of
the school.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic person to join one of

the UK’s most vibrant and successful prep schools.

1

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Site & Facilities Management

•  Oversee  the  day-to-day  management,  maintenance  and  security  of  all  school

buildings and grounds.

•  First point of contact for any Maintenance queries
•  Ensure the site is safe, clean, well-presented and fully operational at all times.
•  Carry  out  routine

inspections  and  arrange  repairs,  maintenance  and

improvements as required.

•  Manage planned preventative maintenance schedules.
•  Prepare  rooms  and  facilities  for  school  activities,  events  and  external  use  as

required.

Health & Safety

•

•

Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and school
policies
Conduct  and  maintain  risk  assessments,  fire  safety  checks  and  emergency
procedures
Act as a key point of contact for health and safety matters across the school

•
•  Maintain records relating to statutory compliance (e.g. fire alarms, Legionella,

electrical and gas testing, asbestos)

Security

•

Be responsible for the opening and closing of the school site during the holiday
periods

•  Monitor site security, including access control and CCTV
•

Respond appropriately to emergencies, alarms and call-outs

Contractor & Supplier Management

•
•

•

•

Liaise with contractors, suppliers and service providers
Supervise works on site, ensuring work is completed safely, to specification
and within agreed timescales
Ensure  contractors  comply  with  safeguarding  and  health  and  safety
requirements
Liaise with the St Puls Cathedral works department

Team & Operational Support

•
•
•

Line-manage the in-house cleaning and laundry staff
Provide practical support for school events, performances and functions
Support the wider operations and administration team as required

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Other Duties

•  Working closely with the DFO to support the smooth operation of the whole

school
Assisting with the documentation of processes and system improvements.
Bringing  any  concerns  or  opportunities  for  improvement  promptly  to  the
attention of the DFO.
Understand and follow school, and cathedral policies
Any other duties as deemed reasonable and necessary by the DFO or Head

•
•

•
•

Person Specification:

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational and communication skills, a
keen eye for detail and an ability to work as part of a team.

As the first point of contact for the Site team, they will have the ability to positively engage
with parents, pupils, staff and visitors.

They will have previous experience of working in a busy school or organisation, and the
ability to work on their own initiative with excellent IT skills.

Experience working within a school context, would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Essential

Desirable

 Qualifications

•  Relevant facilities management

Experience

Personal
competencies
and qualities

qualifications

•  Health and Safety qualification (e.g.

NEBOSH)

•  Proven experience in site, facilities
or estates management (ideally
within a school or similar
environment)

•  Strong knowledge of health and

safety regulations and best practice
•  Practical maintenance and problem-

solving skills

•  Customer-Focused: A friendly,
approachable demeanour when
dealing with enquiries from staff,
contractors, and pupils
IT Literacy: Excellent proficiency in
o...

Payments Analyst

We are looking for a Payments Analyst to join our Accounts Payable Team in Peterborough.

Our Team: How we enrich everyday life

You’ll be joining our friendly and experienced Accounts Payable – Payments Team, part of Bauer’s Group Finance function. We’re a close-knit team of six (one currently on maternity leave) who work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. We pride ourselves on being approachable, supportive, and solution-focused, with regular team catch-ups and a culture that values teamwork and professional growth.

The Difference you will make

As an Accounts Payable Analyst (Payments), you’ll play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers, freelancers, and employees across Bauer’s UK operations. You’ll manage payment cycles, resolve queries, and contribute to process improvements that keep our finance operations running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a large, multi-brand media organisation while owning your area of responsibility.

Your Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Running weekly pay cycles (BACS, cheque, and foreign wire) across Bauer UK territories
• Processing manual payments and supplier direct debits
• Clearing bank reconciliation items and debit balances
• Managing internal and external payment queries
• Posting AP and sales ledger refunds
• Preparing monthly KPI reporting for management
• Supporting audits and onboarding new companies migrating to SAP S/4
• Identifying opportunities for process improvement

The Skills you will bring

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable (payments experience desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and collaborative approach
• Strong communication skills for dealing with stakeholders
• Good Excel skills; SAP S/4Hana experience is a plus
• AAT qualification preferred but not essential

Working Pattern / Location

Hybrid – based in Peterborough

About Bauer Media Group

We are a media business focused on creating content that matters to millions of people across Europe. Our offering extends from print and online publishing to audio broadcasting and entertainment, alongside investments in other media related sectors. With more than 500 million copies sold each year, we are one of Europe’s largest Publishers. From women’s and celebrities’ magazines to TV listings to food and special interest, we own some of the most popular publishing brands in Germany, UK, Poland and France – both digital and print. But not only that. Reaching over 61 million listeners weekly, we operate over 150 radio and podcast brands in nine countries, spanning the UK, Ireland, Poland, Slovakia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway and Portugal. Family-owned in the 5th generation, Bauer Media focuses on the long-term, with a consumer-first mindset that guides us across our diverse portfolio. Our workforce of 12,000 shares a common purpose: to deliver content and services that enrich people‘s everyday lives.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll have 28 days holiday, bank holidays & 2 volunteer days to use.
• Your development matters, so access to our internal training provider – Bauer Academy, is a huge win.
• We have enhanced Maternity/Adoption, Paternity and Shared Parental Leave Pay.
• You’ll have the opportunity for flexible working.
• And much more! Find the full details of our benefits here

We are an international employer and equal opportunities are important to us. That's why we welcome everyone in their uniqueness, regardless of e.g. religion, gender, skin color, disability in our house.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or a long term health condition, and need us to make any reasonable adjustments or do anything differently during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing careershub@bauermedia.co.uk

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